Museo Nazionale del Risorgimento and its collection

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The Museo nazionale del Risorgimento italiano (National Museum of the Italian Risorgimento) is housed in the Palazzo Carignano in Turin. The museum is the first, the biggest and the most important among the Risorgimento museums in Italy. The museum holds a collection that includes weapons, flags, uniforms, various documents, and artworks. The collection covers the real Risorgimento period, from the late 18th century revolutions to the beginning of World War I.

ITPalazzo Carignano

History & Anthropology History & Anthropology Archaeology Historic house

Museo Nazionale del Risorgimento
Via Accademia delle Scienze 5
10123 Turin

Visitor information Museo Nazionale del Risorgimento

Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday
10:00 – 18:00
Wednesday
10:00 – 18:00
Thursday
10:00 – 18:00
Friday
10:00 – 18:00
Saturday
10:00 – 18:00
Sunday
10:00 – 18:00

Admission

0 – 5Free
6 – 64€10.00
65+€8.00
CarersFree
DisabledFree
Family€18.00
Military€8.00

Facilities

Wheelchair accessible

Location & Map

Via Accademia delle Scienze 5, Turin

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Exhibitions

No exhibitions in Museo Nazionale del Risorgimento have been found.

Museo Nazionale del Risorgimento Reviews

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  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The Museo Nazionale del Risorgimento in Turin, Italy, offers visitors a comprehensive look at the Italian unification process. Located in the historic Palazzo Carignano, the museum presents an extensive collection of artifacts, documents, and artworks related to the Risorgimento period.

    Many visitors appreciate the museum's chronological layout, which helps in understanding the complex historical events. The exhibits are generally well-presented, with informative displays in both Italian and English. Highlights often mentioned include the first Italian parliament chamber and personal items belonging to key figures of the era.

    While the museum is praised for its historical significance and educational value, some visitors find it overwhelming due to the sheer amount of information presented. A few reviews mention that the experience could be improved with more interactive elements or multimedia presentations to engage younger audiences.

    The building itself, with its baroque architecture, adds to the overall experience. However, some visitors note that certain areas of the museum could benefit from updated facilities or better lighting.

    For history enthusiasts and those interested in Italian politics and culture, the Museo Nazionale del Risorgimento provides a thorough and insightful journey through a crucial period of Italian history. However, casual visitors might find it a bit heavy on text and may prefer a guided tour to fully appreciate the exhibits.

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